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HR 95

Relative to National Public Works Week.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jessica Caloza

Designates National Public Works Week in California for May 17–23, 2026 and asks the Governor to issue a proclamation for public awareness and educational activities.

Re-referred to Com. on RLS.
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Bill Summary · HR 95

Summary of California HR 95 (2025-2026 Session)

Overview

  • Bill Type: Assembly Resolution (HR)
  • Number: HR 95
  • Introduced by: Assembly Member Caloza
  • Co-sponsor: Assembly Member Jessica Caloza
  • Amendments/Status: Amended and re-referred to Rules (RLS) as of April 20, 2026; last action noted April 21, 2026 re-referral to RLS after amendments
  • Subject: Proclaims National Public Works Week in California and calls on the Governor to issue a proclamation recognizing the week

Purpose: The bill designates National Public Works Week for a specified period in 2026 and requests official state observance and proclamation.

Key Provisions

  • Designation of National Public Works Week:
    • Specifies the observance period for National Public Works Week in California for the year 2026: May 17–23, 2026 (dates in the resolution are inclusive).
  • Official Proclamation Request:
    • Requests the Governor to issue a proclamation calling on Californians to observe National Public Works Week with appropriate programs and educational activities.
  • Educational and Public Awareness Intent:
    • Emphasizes the importance of public works professionals (engineers, managers, and employees in government and private sector) in providing essential facilities, infrastructure, and services that support sustainable, resilient communities and public health.
  • Expression of Recognition:
    • Describes public works as fundamental to transportation, water, public buildings, disaster response, and other critical systems, often operating as the “silent arm of public safety,” particularly during emergencies and disasters.
  • Encouragement of Information Sharing:
    • The resolution calls for distribution of copies to authors and appropriate distribution channels to raise public awareness.

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • Public Works Community:
    • Public works professionals and organizations across California, including engineers, managers, and related staff in both public and private sectors.
  • California Government and Public:
    • General public awareness and engagement through proclaimed observance and educational activities.
  • Governor’s Office:
    • Directed to issue a formal proclamation recognizing National Public Works Week.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: March 24, 2026
  • Committee Action: Referred to the Rules (RLS) Committee; amended and re-referred on April 20, 2026
  • Latest Actions:
    • April 20, 2026: Amended and re-referred to RLS
    • April 21, 2026: Re-referred to RLS (following amendments)
  • Effective Date: As a concurrent resolution, it does not enact statutory changes but serves to designate observance and request a proclamation; effective upon passage by the Assembly and concurrence by the Senate as applicable.

Impact and Rationale

  • Public Recognition: Provides formal recognition of the contributions of public works professionals to public safety, resilience, and infrastructure.
  • Public Education: Encourages educational activities and public awareness about the role of public works in daily life and emergency response.
  • Non-Binding Nature: The resolution is a ceremonial/observational measure rather than a statute, creating no new regulatory requirements or fiscal obligations.

Plain-Language Takeaway

HR 95 aims to formally recognize National Public Works Week in California for May 17–23, 2026, and to urge the Governor to issue a proclamation encouraging Californians to observe the week with programs and educational activities that highlight the essential work of public works professionals in keeping communities safe and resilient.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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